New Relationship Trust (NRT) is an Indigenous-led nonprofit based in British Columbia. We invite individuals, corporations, foundations, and government to explore meaningful partnership opportunities that support First Nations communities across BC.
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Many people and organizations want to support reconciliation and contribute to BC First Nations but don’t always know how. NRT makes it straightforward. Whether you’re considering a donation, a strategic partnership, or a long-term giving plan, we connect your support directly to Indigenous-led initiatives that create lasting change.
Our board is 100% Indigenous. Our work is guided by community needs, not government direction. And our perpetual fund model means your contribution keeps working long after the initial gift.
NRT offers something rare in the philanthropic landscape: a proven, Indigenous-led organization with established relationships across every First Nation in BC, a transparent governance structure, and a funding model built for permanence.
When you contribute to NRT, you are investing in sustainable, community-driven solutions created by and for First Nations. Your contribution goes directly to Indigenous-led initiatives across BC, supporting nation-building and self-governance, Indigenous scholarships and bursaries, clean energy and climate resilience, food security and traditional agriculture, economic development and employment, youth and Elder wellness, and the long-term protection of land, water, and air.
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The NRT’s investment objective is to optimize returns, minimize risk, maximize contributions to NRT Programs, and protect the investment capital but do so in such a way that respects the rights of indigenous peoples and that contributes to their sustainable long-term social, economic, and cultural empowerment.
Your contribution is pooled with others, invested wisely, and used in perpetuity to fund First Nations-led programs across BC. It is a way to ensure your impact continues for generations.
Direct your contribution to a program area that matters most to you — scholarships and bursaries, clean energy, Elders’ wellness, or Nation building. One hundred percent of your contribution goes to BC First Nations priorities.
If you wish to explore the various ways your organization can engage in reconciliation or support If your organization wants to engage meaningfully in reconciliation or support initiatives aligned with First Nations values, we welcome the conversation. Contact Jessie Williams, Director of Business Development and Communications, at jwilliams@nrtf.ca to explore what a partnership could look like.
Over 19 years, NRT has distributed $260 million across 9,132 projects, maintained a 7.83% average annual return on its investment portfolio, and built trusted relationships with First Nations in every region of BC. Our 2024-2025 Annual Impact Report is publicly available.
Whether you represent a foundation, family office, or corporate giving program, we welcome the conversation.
Reach out to Jessie Williams, Director of Business Development and Communications, at jwilliams@nrtf.ca.
